Autocomplete
Autocomplete is the dropdown shown under the Search Box while the shopper types.
Platform docs define where autocomplete-related controls live. In some admin surfaces they are part of the Search Box configuration; in others a visual editor may expose dropdown blocks. For PrestaShop, see Autocomplete (PrestaShop).
What autocomplete can show
Section titled “What autocomplete can show”Depending on the active configuration, the dropdown can include:
- product suggestions;
- category suggestions;
- popular queries;
- recent-search/history suggestions;
- query corrections or did-you-mean suggestions where available.
What affects autocomplete
Section titled “What affects autocomplete”| Need | Related surface |
|---|---|
| Attach the dropdown to the storefront input | Search Box or platform integration docs |
| Decide whether the widget/dropdown is active | Platform integration/search mode settings |
| Change which products or suggestions match | Search Management |
| Change colors | Theme |
| Change product-card markup or CSS | Technical Customization |
How to verify autocomplete
Section titled “How to verify autocomplete”Use storefront preview and test with real queries:
- Focus the search input.
- Type a short real query.
- Confirm the dropdown appears without a full page reload.
- Confirm suggestions are readable on desktop and mobile.
- Click a suggestion and confirm the expected product or results path opens.